Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles
— Recall Campaign #17V461000
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles. In the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. The water may cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 100,082 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V461000
| Manufacturer: | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
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| Recall date: | July 20, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V461000 |
| Units affected: | 100,082 |
- Description:
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2007-2013 Outlander vehicles. In the affected vehicles, water may drop between the hood and the windshield and leak into the wiper motor breathing hole. The water may cause internal corrosion of the windshield wiper motor and the possible failure of the motor.
- Consequeces:
- Failure of the wiper motor can cause a loss of visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. The recall began July 28, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-003.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.